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# The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear

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    Great Read
  

*by R***E on Reviewed in the United States on 27 October 2023*

Books like this, on a popular culture topic written from a non-academic perspective, are often pretty mediocre, telling us little more than we already know if we've had an interest in the topic. They can be hagiographic (or fannish), error-filled, and comprised of little more than plot summaries and checkout-counter magazine gossip and factoids. While this book does have its (brief, skippable) plot summaries, it has so much more. I've been a fan of the Exorcist movies (and probably like E II and DOMINION more than the author does) since I was a teen, with my interest rising as the 2023 reboot approached. Even with all my prior knowledge, however I've learned a lot in this breezy, detailed, and engaging read, which covers pretty much everything I could imagine wanting to know about the "franchise." (I hate that word). It's not at the top rank of this kind of book: it's not Steven Bachman's THE FINAL CUT, but I can scarcely imagine it being improved upon as a survey of these films and TV shows. Here's hoping that after the new trilogy is complete, the author does a second edition. 9 out of 10.

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    A Detailed Exploration of "The Exorcist" Creation, but Misses Some Legacy Aspects
  

*by N***Y on Reviewed in Canada on 17 August 2023*

Nat Segaloff's "The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear" provides an insightful analysis of the collaboration between director William Friedkin and writer William Peter Blatty during the making of the iconic horror film "The Exorcist." The book delves deep into their creative partnership, chronicling their triumphs and the conflicts that arose during the filming and editing. Segaloff draws from his earlier biography of Friedkin, "Hurricane Billy," to offer readers a comprehensive look at the initial movie and the director's interactions with subsequent sequels.The strength of the book lies in its dissection of the relationship between Friedkin and Blatty, spotlighting their initial synergy, the disagreements over editing choices, and their eventual reconciliation. Segaloff brings to light numerous fascinating insights from interviews and sources, making for a captivating read. The inclusion of "sidebars" that juxtapose the book's plot with the film's storyline adds an interesting analytical layer to the narrative.The author's attention to detail is evident in the endnotes, which provide enriching supplementary information for those willing to explore further. However, this strength also reveals a notable weakness: the book disproportionately relies on accounts from Blatty and Friedkin, with limited perspectives from actors and other key figures involved in the production.One of the book's drawbacks is its limited coverage of the "Legacy" aspect. While it excels in dissecting the first film and its creators' dynamics, it falls short in adequately exploring sequels and adaptations. Only a third of the book is dedicated to these components, leaving enthusiasts yearning for a more comprehensive examination of the series' evolution, parodies, and spoofs. The absence of discussion on recent cinematic adaptations, such as "The Pope's Exorcist," raises questions too.The copyediting issues are noticeable and, at times, glaring. For instance, on page 253, under a list of symptoms recognized by the Catholic Church as possession, the text reads "One of these indices include [sic] head-spinning, projectile vomiting..." This phrasing appears to be incorrect; it should likely be "None of these indices..." Another issue can be found in footnote 15 on page 292, which seems to include editorial comments: "CAN'T ADD SIDE COMMENTS TO FOOTNOTES, KEEP MINE,."There are 16 pages of color photos, but the captions accompanying the images lack context until the end of the book. Given the author's professional background and acquaintanceship with the director and author, it is surprising that many images are sourced from Wikimedia Commons instead of the author's own archives.Ultimately, "The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear" offers an engaging exploration of the creative partnership behind "The Exorcist." While the book excels in analyzing the original film, it falls short in providing a comprehensive assessment of the series' legacy and evolution, preventing it from achieving its full potential as a definitive guide to "The Exorcist" series.

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    An excellent in depth piece of research
  

*by C***R on Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 September 2023*

Though I've seen all the 'Exorcist' movies, I'm not particularly knowledgeable about them and so this book caught my interest. I'm definitely glad I read it!The bulk of the book is devoted to the first movie, which is not surprising given the cultural impact it had (for better or for worse). What was more interesting to me was the coverage of the other films and the TV series which, since they never matched the original's success, don't have as much focus.Hearing from those involved in the production, and also about the original novel(s) was a great bonus, as was reading about the upcoming 'reboot' trilogy.If anybody has an interest in this franchise, this book is definitely worth a look.

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